PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

JAMES CHARLES

Arizona Biltmore
Westminster,CA
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience
Experienced hospitality professional with 25+ years in food & beverage and extensive banquet service experience in luxury hotels, resorts, and high-volume events. Skilled in banquet setup, table service, bar service, event execution, guest relations, and working effectively in fast-paced environments. Known for professionalism, attention to detail, and delivering exceptional guest service.

Work History

Banquet Server

3 Years 11 Months
Arizona Biltmore | 11.2022 - 10.2026
  • Provided polished banquet and event service at a luxury Waldorf Astoria property.
  • Executed event setups, meal service, breakdown, and guest requests with attention to detail.
  • Supported high-volume functions while maintaining exceptional service standards.

Banquet Server

2 Years 3 Months
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess | 06.2023 - 09.2025
  • Delivered banquet service for luxury resort events, meetings, weddings, and large-scale functions.
  • Assisted with room setup, service execution, event transitions, and breakdown.
  • Maintained professional guest service in a fast-paced, high-end environment.
  • Eligible for rehire.

Banquet Server & Banquet Bartender

8 Years 5 Months
Embassy Suites Sacramento | 05.2014 - 10.2022
  • Provided banquet food and beverage service for large corporate, social, and special events.
  • Experienced with banquet bars, guest service, event timelines, setup, and breakdown.
  • Supported high-volume events while maintaining consistent service and professionalism.

Education

High School Diploma

Prosser Creek Charter School | Truckee, CA | 06.2004

Skills

Banquet & Event Service
Luxury Hospitality
Fine Dining
Banquet Bar Service
Table Service
Event Setup & Breakdown
Guest Relations
High-Volume Events
Food & Beverage Service
Team Collaboration
Attention to Detail
POS Systems

Certification

TIPS Certified, ServSafe Alcohol, Food Handler Certified, CPR Certified

Timeline

Banquet Server

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
06.2023 - 09.2025Read More

Banquet Server

Arizona Biltmore
11.2022 - 10.2026Read More

Banquet Server & Banquet Bartender

Embassy Suites Sacramento
05.2014 - 10.2022Read More

Prosser Creek Charter School

High School Diploma
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JAMES CHARLES